Adalberto's outfits and hairstyle were inspired by those of Daniel Craig's portrayal of James Bond 007.
The pole dance performed by Alzira forced Rede Globo to elevate the series' parental rating.
The series' title was used in an investigation on a group of cops accused of being involved with drug traffic. They were actually being paid to be prevented from stepping into the slum.
Unusual for a Brazilian telenovela, the series' finale was aired on a Saturday. The series are often ended on Fridays, with a series' finale rerun in the day after.